Senior Security Strategy & Compliance Consultant

International Business Machines Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM in Boston seeks a seasoned Security Consultant within Security, Regulatory, Risk & Compliance Services to lead client engagements, assess security postures, and help design practical strategies for mitigating risk. You will identify vulnerabilities, guide remediation, and collaborate with clients to meet regulatory requirements, focusing on governance and data privacy.

The role emphasizes translating complex security concepts into actionable plans.

Qualifications

• Experience leading security programs in client environments.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and data privacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop Security Strategies: Assess client security governance, including data privacy, third-party risk, IT regulatory compliance needs and gaps, and develop tailored security strategies to address business challenges and objectives.
• Evaluate Technical Exposure: Identify and evaluate technical vulnerabilities in IT environments and provide recommendations for remediation and mitigation.
• Lead Security Program Development: Design and implement comprehensive security programs, including security education and training, to support client security, regulatory, and risk compliance needs.
• Collaborate with Clients: Work closely with clients to understand their security, regulatory, and risk compliance requirements and provide expert guidance and support to address their needs.
• Assess Regulatory Compliance: Evaluate client compliance with relevant regulations and standards, identifying areas for improvement and providing recommendations for remediation.

Job description

IBM in Boston seeks a seasoned Security Consultant within Security, Regulatory, Risk & Compliance Services to lead client engagements, assess security postures, and help design practical strategies for mitigating risk. You will identify vulnerabilities, guide remediation, and collaborate with clients to meet regulatory requirements, focusing on governance and data privacy.

The role emphasizes translating complex security concepts into actionable plans.